Neck and shoulders

Chin to Chest

  • 25 seconds
  • Standing
  • No equipment

Stretches the back of the neck.

Illustration of the chin to chest: sit or stand tall
Chin to Chest, as shown in the Stretch Minute app

How to do it

  1. Sit or stand tall.
  2. Place a hand behind your head and gently guide your chin toward your chest.
  3. Hold for 25 seconds, breathing slowly.

At a glance

Hold25 seconds
PositionStanding
Body areaNeck and shoulders
EquipmentNone
What it doesStretches the back of the neck.

In these routines

Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. Stretch Minute is not medical advice. If you are injured, pregnant or have a medical condition, check with a doctor first.